Received this bottle as a gift from our neighbors for our 8 year wedding anniversary. Tried neat initially. To the nose it smells strong but sweet. On the palate its super sweet and smooth. Easy sipper neat. Adding a large ice cube really opened it up and made it even more smooth and delicious. Vanilla, strawberries & cream, orange creamsicle, sugar. Such a great sipper although, it may be too sweet for some.